Have shaky hands, need help?
First, and most important, if your hands shake when you are not under pressure, it may well be indicative of a neurological disorder. There is a condition that is similar to restless leg syndrome. It is called Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, and can be controlled with medication. I’d advise you to see a physician who specializes in neurology. If no doctor in your area has this specialty, perhaps there is a doctor with an interest in sleep disorders. (Many sleep disorders are diagnosed using the same tests as would be used for other neurological problems.) Second, if your hands shake even more under pressure (i.e., giving a speech), find a way to steady them. For example, I was frightened to death about giving my first speech in a college speech class. So, I chose to talk about bowling equipment. Holding a 16-pound ball will quiet even the shakiest of hands. Another technique is to hold firmly to a podium or rostrum. If none is available, see if there is some way to put your hands on a
